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Woodland Geranium - Wood Cranesbill - flowering wild plant - June (Geranium sylvaticum ). mixed forest in Ural Mountains - near Ekaterinburg - Russia
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Cranesbill Flowering Geranium Wild Woodland Sylvaticum
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1. Title: "Woodland Geranium - Wood Cranesbill in Full Bloom: A Historical Flowering in the Ural Mountains, Russia" 2.. This enchanting photograph captures the Woodland Geranium, also known as Wood Cranesbill (Geranium sylvaticum), in its beautiful June bloom. The image was taken in a mixed forest in the Ural Mountains near Ekaterinburg, Russia. The Woodland Geranium is a wild plant that thrives in wooded areas, and its delicate, pink-purple flowers add a splash of color to the forest floor. The Woodland Geranium has a rich history, with records dating back to the 18th century. It was first described by Carl Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy, in 1753. The plant's common name, Cranesbill, comes from the shape of its seed capsules, which resemble the bills of cranes. The Ural Mountains, where this photograph was taken, have long been a source of inspiration for naturalists and explorers. The region is known for its diverse flora and fauna, as well as its historical significance. Ekaterinburg, the city located near the forest, was the site of the execution of the last Russian Tsar, Nicholas II, and his family in 1918. Despite its historical importance, the Woodland Geranium remains a humble and unassuming presence in the forest. Its flowers may be small, but they are a testament to the beauty and resilience of nature. This photograph serves as a reminder of the simple joys that can be found in the natural world, and the importance of preserving it for future generations to enjoy.
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